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Currency
British Pound Sterling (GBP)
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Language
English
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Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Aug
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Typical Duration
14-20 nights
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Price Range
$649-$7,279 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Scotland's historic Firth of Forth, offering access to Edinburgh's cultural attractions and the dramatic Scottish coastline on Northern Europe cruises.
Cruises that visit Queensferry
- cruises to Queensferry
- Queensferry sailings
- Queensferry cruises
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 21-night Holland America Line cruise
- 22-night Holland America Line cruise
- 28-night Holland America Line cruise
- 28-night Holland America Line cruise
- 28-night Holland America Line cruise
Build Your Day in Queensferry
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Edinburgh Castle
There are painting, weapons, jewelery and such to explore.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Royal Mile
Numerous attractions and skilled artists presenting their craft.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
... to spend a few hours and one of the few accessible things to do.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
The Edinburgh Dungeon
Great interactive experience, fun and fully immersive.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Deep Sea World
Great for primary aged kids, fairly expensive for the experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Forth Bridge
Plenty to do and see.
Scotts Bar & Restaurant
Fantastic food and drink in a chic decor.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
The Hawes Inn
A great environment with great food and excellent service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Forth Bridges Viewpoint
Good Base for many local attractions
The Railbridge Bar & Bistro
High quality pub grub food with great atmosphere upstairs was much quieter.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Down the Hatch
Food was excellent, service exemplary, and the atmosphere was really lovely!
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Tartan Weaving Mill and Exhibition
Lots of space to try on items,and deals when you buy more than one scarf.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Cramond Beach
Walking around the island was fun along the trails.
Six by Nico Edinburgh - West
Good food, ambience and fantastic service from Gwynn.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Dakota Hotel Edinburgh
Great vibe and a very stylish stunning interior.
Thirty Knots
Really nice gastro pub, interesting menu choices, beautifully decorated.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Orocco Pier Hotel
Great location, good service and an iconic view.
Hopetoun House
Lots of interesting rooms, paintings, stories etc. Easy parking.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Maid of the Forth
It has plenty to offer both young and old and is time well spent.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Orocco Pier Restaurant
Both times, the food was lovely, and the service was fantastic.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
South Queensferry Harbour
Spectacular view on railway bridge
Rogue Bros The Boat House
The food was delicious, the drinks were great, the service 5 stars.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
The Little Bakery
Staff very friendly and price reasonable
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Queens Crossing Brewers Fayre
Attentive staff, food and drinks great.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Thu
The Ferry Tap
Lovely pub, live music, wonderful waitress
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Manna House Bakery & Patisserie
And very reasonable prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Forth Boat Tours
Plenty to keep everyone occupied and lots to see.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Biker's Cove
Great staff, great atmosphere, and tasty food and drink.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
The Wee Restaurant
Beautifully cooked, super service, great cocktails.
Dune Bakery
Spectacular selection and quality.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Rankin's Cafe
Food was amazing, staff were extremely friendly and atmosphere was great.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Forth Bridges Lighthouse Museum & 1817 Light Tower
Catch the train out and you get a ride over Forth Bridge.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
The Shore Grill & Fish House
Food is good drinks are reasonable music is interesting.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Thu
The Queensferry Crossing
Holy Miley, this was fun and a site for sore eyes!
Dundas Castle
A fun experience participating in the Highland games.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Tesco Superstore
Plenty of product choice with ample free parking
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM Thu
The Fat Pheasant
Brilliant food, good music, good service, will definetly be back.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Dakota Edinburgh | Bar & Grill
warm cozy low light ambience throughout which was lovely and felt premium.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Stag Head Hotel
Good traditional pub with beer garden over looking the sea
Dalmeny House
A perfect getaway from chaos around the city.
Hawes Pier, Queensferry
Standing between the two forth bridges was a unique experience.
Queensferry Museum
This museum is quirky, interesting and well worth a visit.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Harbour Lane Studio
An amazing shop selling all sorts of high quality products.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
North Queensferry South Bay
This is engineering marvel.
The Bridges
It’s one of those rare places where engineering meets poetry.
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The Queens Retreat Pub
The beers were cold and the cocktails were precise.
🕐 Closed · Opens 2 PM Thu
Clansman Kilts (Kiltmakers and Highland Outfitters)
Wonderful local shop and service in the stunning town of Queensferry.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Joyce Paton
Very helpful customer service and I am delighted with all of my purchases.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Ferry Fair Bookshop
Went there with my cousin, we bought some book.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Beacon
What a great variety of quality Clothing for indoor and out door .
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Queensferry
Queensferry serves as a popular port of call in Scotland's Northern Europe region, with three major cruise lines—Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and MSC Cruises—calling here regularly. With 78 upcoming cruises and a strong presence in the spring and summer months, this port offers excellent opportunities for cruise passengers to explore Scotland's east coast. Most voyages from Queensferry span 14 nights, with itineraries extending to destinations like Rotterdam, Dover, Invergordon, Greenock, and Belfast, making it an ideal base for comprehensive Northern European explorations.
During your port day in Queensferry, you'll find yourself perfectly positioned to discover Scotland's maritime heritage and historic charm. The iconic Forth Bridge stands as a remarkable engineering marvel just moments from the port, while Edinburgh's city center lies within easy reach for those seeking Scotland's cultural treasures. Whether you choose to explore locally or venture further afield, Queensferry delivers an authentic Scottish experience that complements any Northern European cruise itinerary.
During your port day in Queensferry, you'll find yourself perfectly positioned to discover Scotland's maritime heritage and historic charm. The iconic Forth Bridge stands as a remarkable engineering marvel just moments from the port, while Edinburgh's city center lies within easy reach for those seeking Scotland's cultural treasures. Whether you choose to explore locally or venture further afield, Queensferry delivers an authentic Scottish experience that complements any Northern European cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Queensferry
- Holland America Line (50 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (8 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (4 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Queensferry
Cruises Visiting Queensferry
Ship Schedule at Queensferry
Queensferry Location
Other Cruise Ports in Scotland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Queensferry?
Queensferry is a town to the west of Edinburgh, Scotland, known as South Queensferry.
Why is it called Queensferry?
The name derives from the historic ferry crossing to Edinburgh across the Firth of Forth.
What are nearby attractions?
View the Forth Bridge and nearby crossings, and access Edinburgh within a short drive.
Where is Queensferry located?
Approximately 55.9833 N, -3.4 W, on the Firth of Forth.